How to replace the timing chain?

Tiny
EDDIE1957
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I would like a picture of the front of the motor with the chain markings along with where they align with the sprockets and shaft.
Wednesday, April 10th, 2024 AT 10:08 AM

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Tiny
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Sure, here are the engine timing chain marks and the torque specs for replacement, this shows everything you need to do the job completely. Check out the images (below). Let us know if you need anything else.
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Thursday, April 11th, 2024 AT 11:00 AM
Tiny
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Are the 1st 2 pictures of the 2 chains supposed to line up at the same time?
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Saturday, April 13th, 2024 AT 11:35 AM
Tiny
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Yes, all marks line up at the same time.
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Saturday, April 13th, 2024 AT 11:56 AM
Tiny
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I took the old timing chain off and put the new one on in the same position. Now I want to turn the motor counterclockwise until all links lineup where there supposed to go. I turned motor so large chain made 8 complete revolutions. Do I keep turning? Before I decided to do this but would stall at a light and do a lot of chugging. I want to make sure it didn't skip a tooth but so far, I haven't got close.
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Sunday, April 14th, 2024 AT 8:24 AM
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You will need to turn the engine more times until the marks work their way around. Once the marks are lined up during installation is the best way to make sure you are all good.
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Monday, April 15th, 2024 AT 9:14 AM

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